penny lecture 6 Flashcards
1
Q
What are the main public health headlines in the UK?
A
- most obese nation
- increased STIs
- increased illicit drug users
- increased alcohol harm
- increased inequalities between the rich and the poor (rich live longer)
2
Q
What is a health living pharmacy?
A
one that demonstrates consistent, high quality delivery of a range of services including:
- smoking cessation
- weight management
- EHC
- chlamydia screening
- MURs
3
Q
How are HLPs linked to quality payments?
A
to get a quality payment, a criteria now is to achieve HLP level 1
4
Q
who is mainly involved in public health (not the NHS)?
A
the council, as they know local needs
5
Q
What is public health England?
A
a new public health service, part of the DoH and has ring fenced funding from the NHS
6
Q
Why is it good to target community pharmacies to promote healthy living?
A
accessible, free, no need for appointments, relaxed atmosphere, private rooms available (consultation rooms)
